Seo District in Gwangju Produces Region's First 'QR Code Building Casebook'

Summary of Major Violations Including Unauthorized Extensions and Changes of Use

Seo District in Gwangju Metropolitan City announced on March 16 that it has become the first among Gwangju's autonomous districts to produce and distribute an 'Electronic Casebook for Prevention of Illegal Buildings' utilizing QR codes.

This casebook was prepared to enhance residents' understanding of violations of the Building Act and to prevent the occurrence of illegal buildings in advance.

The casebook organizes representative cases of Building Act violations—such as unauthorized extensions, major renovations, changes of use, and damage to landscaping or designated public spaces—using visual materials to make it easy for residents to understand. In particular, an informational poster containing a QR code has been produced and distributed to local administrative welfare centers and real estate agencies, improving accessibility by allowing residents to easily view the casebook on their smartphones.

Moreover, considering that violations of the Building Act tend to occur most frequently within two years after use approval, the district plans to strengthen advance guidance by sending the prevention casebook directly to building owners at the use approval stage. The casebook will also be posted on the Seo District Office website so that anyone can access it.

Yoo Hyunsoo, Head of the Architecture Division, stated, "Most illegal buildings occur simply because people are not aware," adding, "We will continue to provide accurate information to prevent property damage among residents and further strengthen our prevention-oriented building administration."

Meanwhile, Seo District currently operates a 'Specialized Architectural Consultation Office' to create a pleasant urban environment.

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